Welcome to the Daily Apple!

As professors who train teachers, it is imperative that we model best practices in teaching. Schools
across the state are adopting laptop initiatives and there is an increase use of technology tools in the
classrooms. Many of the partnership schools that host our pre-service teachers have already invested in
some of these technologies, including the use of iPads and iPods, and are implementing student use in
classroom assignments. It is our desire to help teachers to become more comfortable using technology
in the classroom to foster students’ academic development. We also have a desire to help teachers
and students in the schools utilize technology as a method for differentiated instruction and learning;
therefore, meeting individual learning profiles not just a device that allows games to be played.

Presentation Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees will:

1. Have a working knowledge of how to find Apple apps that are free or of minimal cost;
2. Have introductions to Apps that can be used in the K-5 setting, specifically related to Math and Literacy;
3. Consider multiple ways to integrate Apple Apps into the classroom curriculum as teaching, review, and assessment strategies;
4. Have the option to download and/or experience using favorite apps of the presenters.

Dr. Cece Toole is an Associate Professor in the Department of Education at Meredith College in Raleigh, NC.

Dr. Tisha Duncan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education at Meredith College in Raleigh, NC.